2009 Lotus Elise vs. 1993 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2009 Lotus Elise is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Elise (186 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Carina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Carina weights approximately 350 kg more than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Toyota Carina (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Elise. (133 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lotus Elise | 1993 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Lotus | Toyota |
Model | Elise | Carina |
Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2590 mm |